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[* black] Someone really did not want the battery in the MacBook Pro to come out of the upper case. But it is possible.[* black] We tried valiantly with our [product|IF145-108|iFixit 6 Inch Metal Ruler] to free the battery from its aluminum confinesbattery, but to no avail. Rather thanRealising that we were using the wrong method, we put the ruler aside for now.[* icon_note] Upon closer inspection, we realised the batteries were not glued in, but held in with 3M double sided tape.[* red] We ran the batteries down to 0% to minimise the risk puncturingof severe shock. After researching on how to remove 3M tape,we assembled a lithium-polymer battery cell,toolbox, and set to work.[* green] The first step we took was to heat the front of the body of the MacBook, left of the power source in place.[* black] To complicate matters further,trackpad, above the TrackPad cable lies underneathbattery, until the battery. Attemptingmetal was almost too hot to prytouch. Then, being very careful, we slid our trusty ruler under the battery, and gently lifted. After a few minutes of gentle pressure, the battery offbegan to lift, and eventually came out. Success![* green] We repeated the upper case could easily seversame with the fragile cable, which wouldother remaining batteries, and after a few hours, we did it! To remove the tape from the body of the MacBook, we used a variety of different methods. The ones we found most effective in removing the residue were using plastic razors, and 3M adhesive remover. There are other methods that can also be bad.used.[* icon_caution] Caution: When removing the batteries, whilst ours did not bend, they may suffer internal damage. Only remove these if you do not plan on using them again without risks. Batteries should only be removed for replacement with new ones and only by people with prior experience.[* icon_note] P.S. Sorry for lack of photos, camera has broken, and will be the next thing we tear down!

[* black] Someone really did not want the battery in the MacBook Pro to come out of the upper case. But it is possible.[* black] We tried valiantly with our [product|IF145-108|iFixit 6 Inch Metal Ruler] to free the battery from its aluminum confinesbattery, but to no avail. Rather thanRealising that we were using the wrong method, we put the ruler aside for now.[* icon_note] Upon closer inspection, we realised the batteries were not glued in, but held in with 3M double sided tape.[* red] We ran the batteries down to 0% to minimise the risk puncturingof severe shock. After researching on how to remove 3M tape,we assembled a lithium-polymer battery cell,toolbox, and set to work.[* green] The first step we took was to heat the front of the body of the MacBook, left of the power source in place.[* black] To complicate matters further,trackpad, above the TrackPad cable lies underneathbattery, until the battery. Attemptingmetal was almost too hot to prytouch. Then, being very careful, we slid our trusty ruler under the battery, and gently lifted. After a few minutes of gentle pressure, the battery offbegan to lift, and eventually came out. Success![* green] We repeated the upper case could easily seversame with the fragile cable, which wouldother remaining batteries, and after a few hours, we did it! To remove the tape from the body of the MacBook, we used a variety of different methods. The ones we found most effective in removing the residue were using plastic razors, and 3M adhesive remover. There are other methods that can also be bad.used.[* icon_caution] Caution: When removing the batteries, whilst ours did not bend, they may suffer internal damage. Only remove these if you do not plan on using them again without risks. Batteries should only be removed for replacement with new ones and only by people with prior experience.[* icon_note] P.S. Sorry for lack of photos, camera has broken, and will be the next thing we tear down!

It's time to speak out for your right to repair

Dear Minnesotans,

Right now, Minnesota has a chance to pass the first Fair Repair bill in the nation.
We have a chance to guarantee our right to repair electronics—like smartphones, computers, and even farm equipment.
We have a chance to help the environment and stand up for local repair jobs—the corner mom-and-pop repair shops that keep getting squeezed out by manufacturers.

We've been working with local repair companies, non-profit refurbishers, and tech-savvy politicians to come up with a solution. And they've done just that — Minnesota is the first state to consider a Fair Repair Bill.

If you agree with us, find out who represents you in the Minnesota House of Representatives.
Tell them you support the bipartisan Fair Repair Bill, HF 1048. Tell them that you believe repair
should be fair, affordable, and accessible.